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Mauna Loa is an oasis within the jungle. It is by far our favorite restaurant in Costa Rica. Stefano and Ilaria pour so much love and passion into their regional Italian cooking, and it shows. Everything is delicious from their pizza, homemade pasta, salads and...More

Restaurant Mauna Loa is owned by an Italian couple from Rimini. It's located in the middle of nowhere and it took us quite some time to get there from the JW Marriott, due to the bumpy road and non existent pavement. Be careful driving the...More

Twice this week a group of friends and I who are visiting the area have had dinner at Mauna Loa. We were astonished to find such a good Italian-style restaurant here and had two lovely meals. The bruschetta and antipasto are outstanding. We loved the...More

Hello, i'm sorry you found the restaurant closed, we were on vacation after the last season. We are now open for the next 11 months. Just the hotel will be closed until Sept 15 th for manteinance
thank you

Have to say I did not stay here but stopped by after someone recommended the gift shop as the woman hand makes jewelry for you- walked in and was amazing by the quaint but fun oasis that this place is, you don't really see it...More

This was a cute spot near the JW Marriott. The owners are Italian and very friendly. The food was great and the setting was quiet and lovely - not on the beach but a very homey feel. There were not a lot of people there...More

Fabulous Italian food made by the friendliest Italian people! Great breakfast, dinner and desserts. This is a must try in Playa Avellanas and not a bad drive from Tamarindo either. Try the homemade pasta, bruschetta, pizzas, tiramisu or cheesecake if they have it. You won't...More

What a beautiful setting for a delicious meal. Authentic Italian food is the fare of this restaurant. You will not be disappointed if you choose to have a meal here. The service is wonderful. The wait persons are attentive and friendly. Even if you aren't...More

Drink your morning coffee while watching the chefs make the pasta for that night's dinner. every meal was amazing. The owner/chefs are are as charming as they are talented. All this in a magical setting. Not to be missed if you are anywhere near Playa...More

We are located in Playa Avellanas, 30 minutes driving from Tamarindo in Guanacaste Region. The hotel is about 15 minutes walking distance from the beautiful and quiet beach of Avellanas, in a tranquil area where monkeys & birds sing along. Mauna Loa is made of 7 colourful bungalows, very comfortable, spread in the garden and around the pool to enjoy privacy during your vacation. Our large pool with a paddling section for kids is great to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. The hotel counts with an italian restaurant, and also an outdoor shared kitchen for our guests who prefer to cook! You can find local handcrafts & handy things in our pretty little Boutique, convenient as there is not so much around! Our reception team is here to help you discover this beautiful area and organize activities nearby. Not only surfers can have fun in Avellanas, there is something to do for everyone!

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